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K any of you out there who say you aren’t dessert people are straight up lying cuz dessert is life. There’s nothing I love more than a healthified dessert, which is why I’ve been making this Healthy Maple Cinnamon Pecan Apple Crumble (plus a lil scoop of coconut nice cream for funsies) on repeat instead of crushing apple pies this holiday season.

SO FREAKIN EASY AND DELICIOUS PEOPLE!!! Not to mention it’s dairy, gluten, and refined-sugar free!!! AND it’s basically just like eating some apple and oatmeal. So break out your apples and get to chopping because you’re about to be hooked on this holiday season staple. Enjoy!!!

I love the oat-y, nutty flavor that oat flour gives to things, but what makes it even better is how freakin’ healthy it is for you! Oats are packed with fiber, healthy carbs, a surprising amount of protein, and tons of other nutrients. Andddddd, it takes your body longer to break down oats which:

1. Helps you feel fuller longer

2. Won’t spike your blood glucose levels

3. Will give you long-lasting energy throughout your day

So yeah, I’m a big oat fan.

So why not use oat flour for everything?! AND you don’t need to be buying already made out flour from the stores because all they’re doing is jacking up prices for some blended up oats. No thanks. Just make your own!! It takes two seconds and all you need is a blender.

YOU GOT THIS.

And don’t forget to tag me in all your oat flour creations so I can try them too!!!! Have a lovely Monday y’all.

Gaaaahhhhhhhhh I love oats so much. I could eat them every day. But then again, I could say that about just about every breakfast food because I just love breakfast more than just about anything else on this planet.

Seriously though, what’s not to love about oats?

They’re freakin delicious.

They’re versatile. You can add just about anything to oats to flavor it and it always works.

They’re easy as pie (apple pie, in this case hehe) to make.

They can be gluten free, are loaded with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and are a good whole grain source of carbs AKA they’re one of the most nutrient-dense foods evaaaaa.

Because they’re so fiber and nutrient dense, they help you stay fuller longer so you’re not having to snack unnecessarily throughout the day.

Did I mention they’re delicious?

Okay are you all geared up for some oatmeal now?! Go get yourself some cinnamon, an apple, and some oats and in less than 10 minutes you’ll be thanking me big time. Enjoy!

Directions

In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add oats and the cinnamon stick and reduce heat to medium, stirring occasionally until the oats have fully absorbed all the water and are fully cooked.

Once they’re done, remove them from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in the vanilla extract and cashew milk.

Meanwhile heat a pan over medium-low heat and add your coconut oil.

Once the coconut oil is heated, add your thin apple slices, cinnamon, and coconut sugar. Stir to combine and cook while stirring occasionally until the apple slices are tender (about 3-5 mins).

Pour half of the oatmeal into a bowl and serve with half of the apples, some chopped walnuts, and maple syrup if you like things sweet (I personally do). Enjoy!

Yesterday I realized that I hadn’t been eating nearly enough pancakes lately. I’ve been on such a scrambled egg kick these past couple of months that I had completely forgotten about one of my favorite breakfast foods of all time!

So after running 4.5 miles yesterday (currently training for a 10k for some unknown reason because I am a terrible runner), I thought to myself “GIRL. You just killed it. Your body is starving. You go get dem pancaakkkeeesssss!!!” But after a nice training session like that, I DEF wasn’t going to go negate all my hard work by putting some unhealthy pancakes in this bod. No no no. I have the healthy food tools in my tool belt and I used those tools to make some mighty delicious and well-deserved fluffy banana pancakes. And yes, this recipe makes 6 pancakes. And yes, I did eat them all myself. Normally, however, I would recommend splitting them with another person because i was FULL. Like, I looked 6 months pregnant full.

But anyways. You guys. It’s not even hard to make healthier pancakes, everyone should be doing it! These guys were so fluffy, so tasty, and those warm banana chunks in every bite!?!? HOLY BISCUITS SO GOOD!!! And if you break down this recipe to the nitty gritty (which isn’t hard to do because it’s made of all-natural whole foods, no chemicals or preservatives here nu-uh hunny), you see that all you’re basically eating here is a little oatmeal, some eggs, and a banana. Add in some collagen to keep your cells happy and top that with some fresh fruit and hemp hearts and you have yourself one satisfying and nutritious breakfast! And it’s disguised as delicious pancakes. What could be better?

Also, a fun little tip for you guys, you can make a ton of these babies and freeze them, then whenever you feel like some pancakes you can pop some in the toaster and BOOM instant healthy pancakes.

So get going! In just a couple of minutes you could be eating pancakes! What are you waiting for!?

And that’s all I got. But I’m not kidding, these oats? OOOH BABY do I love their way! I just cannot get enough. Ever.

#oatgirlforevaeva

Are you a fellow oat lover too? (I’m assuming yes by the fact that you’re reading this post about oats). Oh goodie, we’re all on the same page here (literally). What could be better than a sweet, creamy, warm bowl of ooey-gooey oats to fill you up and keep you going on your longest of days? Okay, so maybe like a puppy BUT BASICALLY NOTHING. You can’t beat a puppy, like come on people.

And these oats come together in literally a snap of the fingers! Do you have 5 minutes? Then you’ve got time to make these. We all know oats are a fantastic way to start the day because they are high in carbs, iron, fiber, and protein (and more) and they are a slow burning energy source so that energy lasts all day and you feel fuller longer BUUUUTTTT pair those oats with coconut and they turn into….

MEGA OATS!!!!!

Boom. On top of all the fantastic benefits of oats on their own, the addition of coconut to the party adds powerful amino acids and protein, more iron and fiber, and a bunch of folate and potassium! Your digestive system is going to be flying high after this, I promise you.

So what are you waiting for?! You’re five minutes away from total body euphoria!! Get going!!!!

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Meet Bailey!

Hi, I’m Bailey! Here you will find healthy, dairy-free recipes that include vegan and non-vegan options. Oh, and I may or may not have a bit of sweet tooth so if you’re a dessert lover like me you’ve come to the right place.